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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

R16 KDEMOT history

R16 KDE is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

R16 KDE silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
121,626 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 KDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 KDE was last recorded at 121,626 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 3,492 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,134 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,492 miles
Average per year
4,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,626 miles
  • 2025 – 118,134 miles
  • 2024 – 114,703 miles
  • 2023 – 112,030 miles
  • 2022 – 108,586 miles
  • 2021 – 105,418 miles
  • 2020 – 103,003 miles
  • 2019 – 100,581 miles
  • 2018 – 98,591 miles
  • 2017 – 94,023 miles
  • 2016 – 88,209 miles
  • 2015 – 82,295 miles
  • 2014 – 77,194 miles
  • 2013 – 72,925 miles
  • 2012 – 65,086 miles
  • 2011 – 58,868 miles
  • 2010 – 51,946 miles
  • 2009 – 42,899 miles
  • 2008 – 33,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,626 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Aftermarket exhaust fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,626 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    121,626 miles
    Test number
    236698632184
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail121,625 miles (+3,491)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,625 miles
    Test number
    357739344386
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,134 miles (+3,431)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    118,134 miles
    Test number
    488837383729
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides cracking / perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  4. Pass114,703 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,703 miles
    Test number
    844409104732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail114,700 miles (+2,670)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,700 miles
    Test number
    668672697867
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass112,030 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    112,030 miles
    Test number
    734549534880
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail112,002 miles (+3,416)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,002 miles
    Test number
    700185973404
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront side windows tinted but not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass108,586 miles (+97)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    108,586 miles
    Test number
    290753588944
    • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All perishing, shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail108,489 miles (+3,071)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,489 miles
    Test number
    573475312061
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All perishing, shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass105,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    105,418 miles
    Test number
    995183424344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail105,418 miles (+2,415)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,418 miles
    Test number
    396606413822
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass103,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    103,003 miles
    Test number
    625615541186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,003 miles (+2,422)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,003 miles
    Test number
    438582894706
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass100,581 miles (+1,990)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    100,581 miles
    Test number
    224755170526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,591 miles (+4,568)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,591 miles
    Test number
    827503586310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,023 miles (+5,814)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,023 miles
    Test number
    624331660382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass88,209 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    88,209 miles
    Test number
    878936100460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail88,146 miles (+5,851)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,146 miles
    Test number
    711836013907
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass82,295 miles (+5,101)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,295 miles
    Test number
    597331275107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,194 miles (+4,269)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,194 miles
    Test number
    466717864148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,925 miles (+7,839)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,925 miles
    Test number
    996499873165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,086 miles (+6,218)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,086 miles
    Test number
    826879872142
    • NoteFront tyre are starting to crack
    • NoteNear side front tyre 4mm
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn more on edges
    • NoteOff side front tyre 3mm
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  23. Pass58,868 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,868 miles
    Test number
    819258071120
    • NoteFront brake discs becoming worn

  24. Fail58,868 miles (+6,922)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,868 miles
    Test number
    258528671411
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteFront brake discs becoming worn

  25. Pass51,946 miles (+9,047)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,946 miles
    Test number
    972940680175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,899 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,899 miles
    Test number
    194258479155
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass42,899 miles (+8,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,899 miles
    Test number
    944068979150
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass33,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,940 miles
    Test number
    391824258109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 KDE

Does R16 KDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 KDE is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 KDE?
The MOT on R16 KDE is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 KDE done?
R16 KDE was recorded at 121,626 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 4,851 miles a year.
Has R16 KDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 KDE has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on R16 KDE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R16 KDE find?
R16 KDE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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